Welcome to the LA Kids Book Festival
LA’s first and largest event celebrating early education, bilingualism, and multiculturalism is a FREE event for the public presented by the ABC Foundation, a 501(c)(3).
Event Details
📅 Date: September 7th, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
📍 Location: West Hollywood Park - 647 N San Vicente Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
DOWNLOAD THE 2025 LAKBF FULL EVENT GUIDE
Story Time Schedule
(download below - check back for updates)
Community Room - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Library)
Children's Theater (perfect for the littles) - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Library)
Doheny Room - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Rec Center - 2nd Floor)
Picnic Area - 10:00 - 4:00 PM (Field - South side)
Cozy Corner from Play2Progress
(Rec Center - 3rd Floor)
Crowds, loud noises, and new spaces can feel overwhelming. Come do a sensory reset and take a break in our cozy space. All friends welcome to enjoy quiet, calming activities and rest time.
LA KIDS BOOK FESTIVAL
IS PROUDLY SPONSORED BY:
PARKING INFORMATION
There are three parking lots available. Los Angeles Kids Book Festival does not provide validation.
Lot 1: West Hollywood Park 5-Story
625 N San Vicente Blvd
(310) 855-0195
Sun: 5 am-2 am, $6 daily max
https://www.weho.org/city-government/city-departments/public-works/parking-services/parking-facility-directory
Lot 2: Pacific Design Center
8687 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90069
(310) 360-6410
$18 flat rate, All weekend, 24/7
Parking
Lot 3: West Hollywood Library (Municipal Structure #3) (smaller garage across from Parking Lot 1)
625 N San Vicente Blvd
(310) 855-0195
Opens at 1PM, 3 hrs free with Library validation
We recommend taking an Uber, Lyft, or Waymo when possible.
THEY'RE COMING! BLIPPI & MEEKAH WILL BE AT THE LA KIDS BOOK FESTIVAL!!!
Find the full list of performers here: LA PHIL PERFORMANCE TENT LINEUP
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Online Auction
Launches on September 7, 2025 at 9:30 AM, and closes on September 7, 2025 at 4:30 PM.
AUCTION ITEMS HERE
SAFETY UPDATES:
What You Need To Know
• Indoor AC resting areas available
FREE water bottles are available at the COSTCO Water Station.
Indoor water fountains available on all floors of the rec center.
• The Rec Center (10 am-5 pm) and Library (1-5 PM) are open to the public and are COOLING CENTERS.
• Bathrooms and water fountains available at:
Library, Rec Center, Kids Park, Dog Park
• Emergency Medical Services available
• Wear sunscreen & hats (LAKBF logo hats available at hospitality tents)